Getting from Crete to Amorgos

If you are heading to Amorgos from Crete you are going to the most eastern of the Cyclades and one of the most rewarding, a long narrow island of dramatic cliffs, deep blue water and the extraordinary Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa built into the cliff face above the sea.

Take the ferry

There is a direct seasonal ferry from Crete to Amorgos running in summer, departing from Heraklion and stopping at Santorini along the way, with the full journey taking around 4 to 5 hours. The route is not year-round and the frequency is limited so check the schedule before planning around it. Outside of the summer season the connection goes via Piraeus or Naxos.

Getting there by air

Amorgos has no airport. The nearest airport is Naxos, which has daily connections from Athens. Flying from Crete to Athens takes around 50 minutes and then Athens to Naxos takes around 45 minutes, followed by the ferry to Amorgos taking around 2 to 3 hours. Total travel time is around 4 to 5 hours.

Your best option

Take the direct summer ferry from Heraklion when it is running. If the direct service is not available for your dates, fly to Naxos via Athens and take the ferry across to Amorgos. Give Amorgos at least three nights. The island opens up slowly and rewards those who stay long enough to find its rhythm.